Panel Discussion: “Migration and Mobility of the Population of Croatian Islands”International Scientific-Professional Conference “Migration and Identity: Culture, Economy, State 3” (Zagreb, 11–12 November 2024)

Dr Marina Blagaić (Institute of Ethnology and Folklore Research) and Dr Ana Perinić Lewis (Institute for Migration Research) moderated a panel on migration and mobility trends on Croatian islands. The discussion brought together experts from academia, local administration, and cultural institutions, including:

  • Veljko Radić, Ministry of Regional Development and EU Funds
  • Dr Nenad Starc, Institute of Economics, Zagreb
  • Marin Perko, Principal, Ante Anđelinović Elementary School, Sućuraj, Hvar Island
  • Karmen Krasić Kožul, LAB 852 Creative Agency, Artistic Director of Jelsa Art Biennale
  • Ivan Zoković Cola, Island Movement

The panel explored challenges and opportunities related to island populations, migration patterns, and local development.

Link to the conference program: https://migracije-konferencija3.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MI3_Program_10_11_24_hrvatski_d.pdf